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NIGHT & DAY MAGAZINE | NDMAG.COM | FEBRUARY 4, 2016 PAGE 3
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The
Office
Where everyone ‘works’
at having a good time
BY LARISSA FORESE
said Pagano. “This day is about awareness, but
it’s also a great time to celebrate a great man
with great friends and family.”
Take a trip down to The Office Restaurant and
Pagano encourages all to be a part of this
Lounge, and it will feel as if you just walked into night, not just regulars, but new customers as
a giant family reunion.
well., who are always welcomed with open
And that is exactly how general manager Nick arms.
Pagano and the rest of The Office staff view all
“Old employees come back, and we
their customers.
embrace both the familiar and new faces,” said
Pagano.
ATMOSPHERE
The fundraiser will not only support a great
The name may throw you off, but The Office
and
local cause, but will have raffle prizes,
certainly does not have a workplace feel.
giveaways,
live entertainment, great food and
The bar and dining areas are thriving with
drinks
and
a
gift auction, with all proceeds
generations of families. The regular crowd just
going
to
support
cancer research.
keeps growing as the years go by.
“We generate a crowd of 21 to 91,” a fact that
HAPPY HOURS
Pagano credits for The Office’s success.
If you cannot make it to the fundraiser, rest
NIGHT AND DAY
ANNUAL FUNDRAISER
The 11th Annual Phil Citta Memorial
Fundraiser, which takes place on Wednesday,
Feb. 17, is more than just a get-together. This
fundraiser, which raises money for cancer
research and awareness, is held in honor of the
late owner Phil Citta, who Pagano assured me
would not want anything done in his honor.
“Phil wouldn’t want this big event around the
time of his birthday, but we feel it’s a great way
to remember him and bring awareness to a
great cause,” said Pagano.
Phil Citta had an impact on not just the staff,
but the customers who have been visiting his
establishment for years. This can be seen
directly from the results of his memorial
fundraiser.
The Office has raised over $200,000 for
cancer research and does not plan to stop there.
“Fifty-percent of our gross profit from that
night goes straight to the J. Phillip Cita Regional
Cancer Center at Community Medical [Center],”
assured the Happy Hours will draw you in at
least one day out of the week.
Monday Madness at The Office not only
takes away the doldrums the beginning of the
week brings, but also takes $1 off all beer and
wine by the glass from 8 p.m. to close.
From open to close, the rest of the week The
Office has a day for everyone.
Celebrate Miller Tuesday with $2 Miller Lite
mugs and $2.50 Miller Lite, MGD and High Life
bottles.
Wild Wednesdays and Funtastic Fridays
share $3 Domestic Pints, $4 Craft or Imported
pints and $5 Specialty Craft pints.
Tijuana Thursdays offer $2.50 Corona and
Corona Lights, and for $5 you can call it
Margaritas.
Big Suds Saturday features 25- ounce Miller
Lite drafts for $3.50. Miller Lite Sundays allow
you to keep your mug for $4, and supplies $2
Miller Lite refills. And if beer does not suit your
palate, $6 House Bloody Marys, and 50-cents
COVER
FEATURE
THE OFFICE
RESTAURANT & LOUNGE
820 Main Street, Toms River
(732) 349-0800 • theofficelounge.net
“
This day is about awareness, but it’s also a great time to
celebrate a great man with great friends and family
off all drinks not already discounted,
may do the trick.
SPECIALTY DRINKS
Not only can you experience great
drinks at a great value, but the Office
presents a quirky cocktail menudubbed, “Jay’s Fun Concoctions.”
Variety is the theme of the menu;
with names such as ‘The Office Rum
Punch,’ “The Tammi-Tini,’ or even the
‘Typhoon Tammi.’ You can never go
wrong with unwinding with one of
these specialty cocktails.
WEEKLY SPECIALS
Drink specials are not the only thing
The Office is known for.
The return of Sunday Brunch is sure
to have you up and at ‘em from 11 a.m.
to 2 p.m. The buffet is $16.99 per person
This new menu features some
familiar favorites such as Chicken
Tenders [$10] and a Tavern
Cheeseburger [$11[. Also, a spinach,
walnut, goat cheese salad with chicken
[$12] or shrimp [$14] and a 12 ounce
New York Strip with onion rings [$23].
The Late Night offerings also include
the $6 Night Munchie Menu, which
sticks more to a traditional bar menu.
The two ounce Black Angus Mini
Cheeseburgers, Buffalo Wings, Mini
Nachos and Jumbo Pretzels with
Cheddar Cheese Sauce are just some of
LATE NIGHT MENU
the menu items.
Along with new weekly specials, The
The traditional bar menu does have
Office introduces their new Late Night
some standouts. The Pork Roll, Egg and
Menu, which you can enjoy Monday
Cheese with chips is a brilliant idea.
through Saturday after 9 p.m. and all
Where else can you enjoy a breakfast
day Sunday.
favorite after noon, let alone, 9 p.m.
and $8.50 for children under 10. How
could you say no?
The Office supplies the ultimate
Monday, which doubles as a Ladies
Night, and includes half-price dinners for
all ladies after 8 p.m.
Office Tuesdays and Wednesdays
have officially been revamped. Tuesdays
now feature a Prime Rib Dinner, while
on Wednesdays, the new special is
Twin Lobster Tails. The price is
extremely enjoyable as well-- both go
for $18.
”
FOOD FAVORITES
The Late Night Menu and other
food specials do not overshadow the
regular menu, which seems
impossible, but is done with finesse.
You can choose from a sushi menu,
filled with appetizers, lunch and dinner
items and signature sushi rolls, such
as the Jerry Roll [$11] or the Joe-E
[$10].
Italian specialties such as Chicken
Parmigiana [$18] and Mussels
Marinara [$18] are part of the fare,
along with some of the entrees,
including The Office Shrimp Scampi
[$22] or Filet Mignon [$26].
Be on the look out for an updated
spring and summer menu, which will
be available in the coming months.
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BY LARISSA FORESE
NIGHT AND DAY
While summer is the
busy season for local inns
and bed-and-breakfasts,
these classic Jersey Shore
‘staycation’ spots can be a
real delight during the offseason months, when their rates come down and open dates are
easier to find.
COVER
FEATURE
The Inn at the Shore, 301 Fourth Ave., Belmar, is a home away
from home. Owners Bill and Linda Neely, provide the perfect environment for locals, couples and anyone looking to get away for a few
days. Most rooms are paired with fireplaces and jacuzzi tubs, which
can quickly transform those work-week tensions into calm and
relaxation.
Located two blocks away from the beach, the Inn also features a
wrap-around porch, bar, great room centered by a pool table and
one of the greatest amenities at the Shore: a made-to-order
breakfast.
As the Inn’s special feature, the Neely’s provide their guests with
no ordinary breakfast, but a breakfast that caters to their unique
tastes. As the chef, Bill can provide a wide variety of combinations
that make this home-away-from home venue a paradise.
The Tower Cottage, 203 Forman Ave., Point Pleasant Beach, is
ranked on Trip Advisor as the number one B&B in Point Pleasant and
has the means to back it up.
The Tower, run by Innkeepers Tony and Maureen, go above and
beyond to make your stay memorable. Their off-season rates
significantly drop, but not the quality of stay. There is no limit when
it comes to spoiling their guests.
The Tower caters to couples celebrating special events, such as
weddings, engagements or just a romantic getaway. Maureen also
stands ready to help any aspiring groom make that very important
proposal as special as the stay.
The Tower Suite, appointed the most popular room, takes over the
third floor with two rooms, ensuring privacy. This suite provides a private
bath, with a large two-person jacuzzi tub, champagne, chocolate covered
strawberries and a marble gas fireplace.
The Cashelmara Inn, 22 Lakeside Ave., Avon-By-The-Sea, seems to be
the locals go-to relaxation spot. Innkeeper, Mary Wiernasz, provides a
wonderful stay for many of her regulars trying to escape the hectic pace
of the real world. She even extends her hospitality to locals who just stop
by for breakfast, if they extend the courtesy of calling first to let her
know.
The Cashelmara doesn’t only attract local folk. Many corporate
planners favor the inn and its amazing staff for their retreats and events.
Room 22 seems to garner the most attention, regardless of the
season. This corner room with a king bed, fireplace and private bath with
shower also boasts an ocean and lake view.
The White Lilac Inn, 414 Central Ave., Spring Lake, opens back up this
February, just in time for couples looking to spend some quality time
together. The White Lilac innkeeper, Mari, makes this inn a perfect
romantic getaway spot for anniversaries, engagements or any special occasion.
The room called Gatsby’s Getaway provides guests with a private bath
that features a whirlpool tub, making it the second most popular room.
Taking the top spot is the Victorian Treasure Suite, which features a
private bath, a fireplace, a queen-sized Murphy Bed and a private porch.
The White Lilac Inn has everything to a couple needs to forget about
the bitter cold of winter and by warming up together in a delightful place.
Don’t miss the opportunity to experience one of more of these
hideways now, well ahead of the crush and competition for availabilities
that summer will surely bring round again.
Out&About
TOP PICKS
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TO DO LIST
20
COMEDY
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Support the Special Olympics
New Jersey at The Polar Bear
Plunge at 63 Grant Ave.,
Seaside, on Feb. 20. Check-in
begins at 9 a.m. and the
plunge is schedule for 1 p.m.
Radio station NJ 101.5’s Big
Joe Henry broadcasts live
from the event. Register
online at plungeseaside.org
and start raising money
today. Incentives will be
available for those who raise
certain amounts of
donations.
TOLISDTO
ASBURY PARK
FILM INITIATIVE
Date: Friday, Feb. 12
Time: Doors open 7 p.m.
Movie starts 8 p.m.
Location: Paramount
Theatre, 1300 Ocean
Avenue, Asbury Park
Cost: Free
Screening of “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”
is free and open to all ages.
CUPID’S CHASE 5K
Date: Saturday, Feb. 13
Time: Reg. 8 a.m., 5K 10 a.m.
Location: Hemingway’s
Cafe, 612 Boulevard,
Seaside Heights
Cost: $30 - $40
Phone: 609-693-1700
comop.org/cupidschase
Cupid’s Chase 5K proceeds will
support people with disabilities.
Registration before Feb. 12 will be
$30, day of is $40. All runners,
walkers and rollers (baby
strollers and wheelchairs) are
welcome.
TOP
PICKS
Tickets for the Third Annual, Beers on the Boards are on sale
now at beersontheboards.com. The event will take place Saturday, March 19, with two sessions running 12:30 to 4 p.m. and 6
to 9 p.m. A buffet by Martell’s Tiki Bar is also included. Tickets
are $55. Designated driver tickets are also available for $25,
which still includes the buffet and alternative beverages.
VALENTINE’S POP UP
MARKET
Time: Noon to 5 p.m.
Location: Grand Arcade, 1300
Ocean Ave., Asbury Park
asburyparkbazaar.com
Asbury Park Bazaar and Market
at Fifth Avenue handpicked 20
local vendors offering unique
gifts and artisan goods perfect
for lovers and friends to exchange. pets and much more.
CONCERTS
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From Feb. 12 through 14 join Jenkinson’s for Family Date
Night. A family of four ticket will cost $49.95 and includes
admission to the Aquarium, a plain pizza, pitcher of soda, a
$10 PlayCard for the Pavilion Arcade and treats from the
Sweet Shop. Aquarium admission for an additional family
member is $7. Tickets are now available for purchase from
the Aquarium, Pavilion Fast Food, Sweet Shop, Pavilion Arcade and online at jenkinsons.com.
Join Leggett’s, 217 First
Ave., Manasquan, on Feb.
13 for The ALS Valentine
Plunge. The plunge beings at noon at Main
Beach in Manasquan and
Leggett’s will also be
hosting a Plunge Party
and the awards at 1 p.m.
Proceeds from the event
will support ALS research. There will also be
a Pre-Plunge Party and
registration at Leggett’s
Feb. 12 from 6 to 9 p.m.
You can also register or
donate at valentineplunge.com.
VALENTINE’S DAY KIDS CRAFTS
Time: 1 - 4 p.m.
Location: Grand Arcade, Ocean
Avenue, Asbury Park
Come to the Asbury Park Boardwalk for
Kids Craft-making at the Grand Arcade
at Convention Hall. The workshop will
take place within the Valentine’s Day
Pop-Up Market. A donation of $2 is
suggested for each craft made and proceeds will benefit a local Asbury Park
youth charity.
JAZZ, LOVE AND SWEET WHISKEY
Time: 8 p.m.
Location: Algonquin Arts
Theatre, 173 Main St., Manasquan
Cost: $20-$36
Phone: 732-528-9211
Website: algonquinarts.org
Five top musicians blend tradition jazz,
a touch of blues and rock, a dash of internation flair, all combined with a
steady mix of standards. You will be
served cocktails by Sweet Whiskey.
Featuring jazz singer Maggie Worsdale.
COMEDY NIGHT AT RIVER ROCK
Date: Sunday, Feb. 14
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: River Rock, Rt. 70, Brick
Cost: $40
Phone: 732-840-1110
Check out River Rock’s Comedy and
Dinner show, featuring Ryan Maher and
other special guests. Ticket price includes show and full dinner. Call and
make reservations or see a hostess for
tickets. Doors for the event open at 4
p.m., dinner is at 5 p.m. and show time
is at 6:30 p.m.
WWE PRESENTS NXT LIVE
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Convention Hall, 1300
Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park
Phone: 732-897-6500
NXT LIVE is coming to Asbury Park. The
future WWE storms the shore with a
night of jaw-dropping action, thrilling
excitement and all of your favorite NXT
superstars.
MANASQUAN MID-WINTER
BEACH RUN
Time: Reg. 9:30 a.m., Race 11 a.m.
Location: First Avenue and
Whiting Avenue, Manasquan
Cost: $35
The race starts at First Avenue and
Whiting Avenue, just south of
Leggett’s. The two-mile run will be
through the streets of Manasquan with
1/4 mile on the beach. Registration and
pick up will be at Leggetts. You can
register online through jsrc.org or the
day of at Leggett’s. The first 1,200 people to pre-register will receive a hoodie.
There will also be a post-race buffet.
Blizzard date is Feb. 27.
GEORGE WASHINGTON’S
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
Time: Noon - 3 p.m.
Location: The Historic Village at
Allaire, 4263 Atlantic Avenue,
Farmingdale
Phone: 732-919-3500
Email: [email protected]
Website: allairevillage.org
Join Allaire State Park in celebrating
George Washington’s Birthday. There
will be a special reenactment in the
Chapel at 1 p.m., hearth cooking
demonstrations, craft demonstrations
and house tours.
CHILI COOK OFF
Time: 3 - 7 p.m.
Location: Havana Tropical Cafe,
409 Bay Avenue, Highlands
Cost: $25
Phone: 732-291-4713
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: highlandsnj.com
Join the Highlands Business Partnership for their St. Patrick’s Day
Fundraiser Chili Cook Off. All proceeds
benefit the 2016 Highlands St. Patrick’s
Day Parade. The $25 donation includes
chili tasting and beer.
7TH ANNUAL BOWL-A-THON
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Lakewood Lanes, 101
Locust Street, Lakewood
Cost: $30 per player/$180 per team
Contact: Patricia Nolan
Phone: 732-363-6677, ext. 103
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: arcocean.org
There will be two bowling sessions: 6 8 p.m.; 8:30 - 10:30 p.m. The price includes shoes and two hours of bowling.
There will also be a gift auction and
50/50 raffle. The Bowl-a-Thon benefits
The Arc, Ocean County Chapter.
WINTERFEST 25TH ANNIVERSARY
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Location: Crystal Point Yacht
Club, 3900 River Road, Point
Pleasant
Cost: $65 Donation
jerseyshorechefs.com/winterfest
The best chefs in New Jersey will present a tasting menu from various world
cuisines in honor of some of the
world’s most famous chefs. Sponsored
by the Jersey Shore Chefs Association,
the event will include a silent auction
and 50/50 to benefit the FoodBank of
Monmouth and Ocean Counties along
with the Victor J. Houston Scholarship
Fund. Donation tickets are available
now on the Jersey Shore Chefs Association website.
RED BANK RESTAURANT WEEK
Date: Feb. 21 - March 3
Cost: $20-$30
Phone: 732-842-4244
Website: redbank.org
Enjoy Red Bank’s restaurants with a
$30 prix fixe dinner, menu includes appetizer, entree and dessert. Excludes
Friday and Saturday. Visit the website
for list of participating restaurants.
INTERNATIONAL POLAR BEAR DAY
Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Jenkinson’s Aquarium,
300 Ocean Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach
Cost: Admission to the Aquarium
Contact: Carol McCallum
Phone: 732-899-1659
Celebrate the bear of the North and all
other species that call the Arctic home.
LAURITA JUNIOR IDOL EVENINGS
Date: Every Thursday Night
Location: Laurita Winery, 35
Archertown Road, New Egypt
Cost: Free General Admission
Contact: Kate Devine
Phone: 609-758-8000
Website: LauritaWinery.com
Register and participate in the new
Junior Laurita Idol. Open to ages 8 to 17
years old. A $200 gift card will be presented to first place in the following
age groups: 8-12, 13-15 and 16 -17.
BYRNE UP THE ROAD 5K FUN RUN
Date: Saturday, March 5
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: First Avenue and
Whiting Avenue, Manasquan
Cost: Children 10 and under/$10
Adults/$25
[email protected]
The fun run will have a starting point at
Passaic and Ocean Avenues in Spring
Lake. Run with family, friends or a
team. Applications are available at the
Byrne Up The Road Facebook Page. Donations are accepted.
COFFEE CUPPING CLASSES
Date: Tuesdays and Saturdays,
through Feb. and March
Location: Coffee Corral, 177 Drs
James Parker Boulevard, Red
Bank
Phone: 732-741-2326
Website: coffeecorral.net
Learn how to create your favorite cup
of coffee, from the baristas with experience. Coffee Corral is offering a variety
of classes from Home Brewing to
Espresso Basics.
COMEDY
SHOWS
BLAZE BISTRO
Route 166, Toms River
Comedy nights every other Thursday
BORGATA HOTEL CASINO
Borgata Way, Atlantic City
609-310-1000
2/4-6: Mitchell Walters, Tom Briscoe,
Greg Morton
Happy Cole
2/13: Billy Gardell
2/14: Sebastian Maniscalco
2/14-19: Rodney Laney, Joe DeVito, Jimmy
Dunn
2/21-27: Max Dolcelli, Melvin George II,
Paul Bond
2/28-3/2: Richie Minervini, Jackie Flynn,
Kevin Meaney
3/3: Richie Minervini, Jackie “The Joke
Man” Martling, Kevin Meaney
CAROLINE’S
1626 Broadway, New York, NY
212-757-4100
carolines.com
2/4: Joel McHale
2/5-6: Tony Hinchcliffe
2/7: Jane Fonda
2/10-11: Papa CJ
2/10-3/2: Pat Dixon
2/12-14: Marlon Wayans
2/14: My Funny Valentine
2/16: Dave Sirus
2/18-21: Al Madrigal
2/24: Christina Bianco
2/25-27: Corey Holcomb
3/3-6: Rod Man
COUNT BASIE THEATRE
99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank
732-224-8778
countbasietheatre.org
2/5: William Shatner
2/6: Jim Breuer
2/27: Bobby Collins
3/3: Jim Norton
WOODY’S ROADSIDE TAVERN
105 Academy Street, Farmingdale
732-938-6404
Open Mic night every Tuesday
CONCERTS
THE BEACON THEATRE
2124 Broadway, New York, NY
212-455-6500
2/3-4: Jenny Lewis
2/8: Shaping Sounds
2/11: Bryan Adams
2/13: The 70s Soul Jam Valentine’s Concert
2/14: An Evening of Love featuring
Stephanie Mills & Will Downing
2/19: An Evening with 2Cellos
2/20: Josh Ritter
2/25-26: Jason Isbell
2/27: R5
BRIGHTON BAR
Brighton Avenue, Long Branch
732-229-9676
STARLAND BALLROOM
Jernee Mill Road, Sayreville
732-238-5500
2/4: Eastbourne, Dub Proof, Blisstique
2/5: Bobby Steele & the Undead
2/5:After the Burn, Suspect, Suicide Crisis
2/6: The F Bombers, Gravity Well, The Sacred, Pure 13
2/7: Concrete God, Tailor Made
2/12: Jersey Rock Winter Beach Crawl
2/26: Rory Kelly Band, Natural Born Losers, Speed Queen
2/27: Michael Graves
2/6: Brutal Bowl
2/13: Never Shout Never
2/14: Dustin Lynch
2/19: Nightwish
2/20: Kacey Musgraves
2/26: Titans of Tribute
2/27: Freestyle Explosion
3/4: August Burns Red & Between the
Buried and Me
COUNT BASIE THEATRE
Monmouth Street, Red Bank
732-242-8778
2/11: The Beach Boys
2/12: Valentine’s Day with Megan Hilty
2/14: Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet Suites
2/15: Foreigner
2/19: Chris Botti
2/20: ABBA Mania
2/21L Mega Bubble Show!
2/23: Rain (Beatles Tribute)
2/24: R5
2/25: The Berenstain Bears Live
2/26: Chicago
2/2: A Night with Janis Joplin starring
Mary Bridget Davies
ENCORE AT IPLAY AMERICA
Schanck Road, Freehold
732-577-0495
2/14: The Jersey Four (Frankie Valli & The
Four Seasons Tribute)
2/27: Issa’s Winter Wonderland
3/11: Nick Carter
HOUSE OF INDEPENDENTS
572 Cookman Avenue, Asbury Park
2/6: Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball
2/13: Offseason featuring Chris Rockwell
& James Dalton
2/23: Where’s the Band
POLLAK THEATRE
Monmouth University, Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch
732-571-3400
2/12: The Winding Stream
2/20: Doo Wop Explosion: A Night of
Acappella Harmony
2/27: Cherish the Ladies
PRUDENTIAL CENTER
Lafayette Street, Newark
973-757-6000
2/13: Marc Anthony
2/15: Maxwell & NAS
THE STONE PONY
732-502-0600
2/5: Splintered Sunlight
2/6: Stone Baby
2/11: Voivod
2/12: Black Dog (Led Zeppelin Tribute)
2/13: Bob Polding Band
2/18: Aaron Carter
2/19: John Eddie & his Dirty Old Band
2/26-27: Southside Johnny & The Asbury
Jukes
3/4: Start Making Sense
THE WELLMONT THEATER
Seymour Street, Montclair
973-783-9500
2/4: Fetty Wap
2/9: Lupe Fiasco
2/12: Gin Blossoms
2/20: Genoa City Live
2/25: I Love the 90s with Salt-N-Pepper,
Coolio, Color Me Badd
2/26: 38 Special
2/27: The Fab Faux (Beatles Tribute)
3/3: The Musical Box: The Recreation of
GENESIS
3/4: The Blues Brothers starring Dan
Aykroyd and Jim Belushi
THE WONDER BAR
732-502-8886
2/6: Dark Ciry Entertainment Presents
2/14: Wonder Jam
2/20: Michael Monroe, Hardcore Superstar
2/25: Steve Grand
2/26: Lee DeWyze, Wakey Wakey
3/5: Tor Miller
THE STRAND THEATER
Clifton Avenue, Lakewood
732-367-7789
2/12 : NOW That’s What I Call Music Live!
2/14: The Cast of Beatlemania
3/5: The Artimus Pyle Band (Lynyrd
Skynyrd Tribute)
THE SAINT
Main Street, Asbury Park
732-775-9144
www.thesaintnj.com
2/4: The Weeklings
2/5: Wicked Hollow
2/10: The Westies
2/11: Future Generations
2/12: Hunter Valentine
2/13: Bounders
2/15: Vanessa Silberman
2/19: Swim.
2/24: The Jauntee
2/26: Airacuda
3/4: The Coffin Daggers
3/5: Colossal Street Jam
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JACKSON SKATING CENTER, INC
2270 W County Line Rd, Jackson
732-363-2222
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Roller skating
JERSEY SHORE ARENA
1215 Wyckoff Road, Wall Township
732-919-7070
jerseyshorearena.com
Ice skating/hockey
WINDING RIVER SKATING CENTER
1211 Whitesville Road, Toms River
732-244-0720
Ice skating
OCEAN ICE PALACE
197 Chambers Bridge Road, Brick
732-477-4411
oceanhockey.com
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HOWELL ICE WORLD
269 Squankum Road, Farmingdale
732-378-6600
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AQUARIUM
JENKINSON’S AQUARIUM
Boardwalk, Point Pleasant Beach
732-892-3274
LOVE’S
OVERRATED.
Anti-Valentine’s
Day options
BY LARISSA FORESE
the WRAT websites. All who apply
must be present at Headliner Feb. 12
from 5 - 8 p.m. The Happy Hour will inThis February there is no need to
clude food, prizes, drinks and more.
eat that entire heart-shaped box of
Or, you could always spend
chocolates by yourself. Lucky for the
Valentine’s Day with the “undead” at
perpetually single crowd at the Jersey
Bar Anticipation, 703 Sixteenth Ave.,
Shore, some of the best bars are finally
Lake Como. The “Eat Your Heart Out”
doing right by you.
event consists of a Walking Dead
These unconventional Valentine’s
Premiere Viewing and Dance Party.
Day events are more prominent than
At 9 p.m. enjoy the Season Six
ever and we have compiled the best
Premiere of the “Walking Dead” on
places to be.
over 30 televisions, plus giant screens
-- all in surround sound.
SINGLE AND MINGLE
You can celebrate this epic TV
River Rock Bar and Grill, 1600 Route
come-back
by dressing up as your
70W, Brick, leads the way with their
favorite
cast
member. All zombie and
Single Soiree from 4 to 9 p.m. This $10
zombie-hunters
are eligible for the
ticket includes MC Nico with
Cast
Look-a-Like
Contest where you
giveaways and games, music by DJ Q
can
win
a
$500
prize.
Plus, those who
and of course flirty drink and food
play
the
part
of
the
undead,
have free
specials.
admission
all
night,
as
for
the
living,
Bamboo Bar, 201 Boulevard, Seaside
the
offer
only
extends
until
9
p.m.
Heights, is throwing their second
PK’s Shamrock, 415 Eighteenth
annual Cupid is Stupid Party, Saturday,
Ave.,
Lake Como, helps demote
Feb. 13. The best part of this anti-ValenValentine’s
Day with $1 Bud Light
tine’s Day Party, is free admission for
mugs
and
an
Anti-Valentine’s Bingo
those who bring a photo of their ex to
Party that would even make Cupid
burn in the Bamboo Bonfire.
misfire.
The Headliner, 1401 Route 35,
Neptune, and 95.9 the WRAT are
MOVIES
offering a Valentine’s Date with Gotts
The movie theater may not be your
from 95.9 The WRAT. Guys and girls
favorite anti-Valentine’s Day
may apply via both the Headliner and
NIGHT AND DAY
destination, but there are plenty of
movies that will help you forget how
overrated love can be.
You can stick with the zombie
theme by viewing a classic Jane
Austin tale with a twist. “Pride and
Prejudice and Zombies,” which
releases Feb. 5, may be the
prescription to cure your single blues.
This irregular story-line portrays
Elizabeth Bennet (Lily James) as a
martial arts and weaponry master,
while her counterpart Mr. Darcy (Sam
Riley) is a destructive zombie killer
who still manages to hold onto his
upper class prejudice. These two starcrossed lovers must join forces and
conquer the dead once and for all.
“How to Be Single” features a
group of friends learning how to deal
with the different and unconventional
ways millennials are finding love.
Starring some of the greatest up-andcoming comedians, such as Rebel
Wilson and Alison Brie, this movie is
set to take theaters by storm Feb. 12,
which provides ample opportunities to
laugh about the dating truths this generation has to offer.
LADIES NIGHTS
Simko’s, 403 Higgins Ave., Brielle, is
sharing the love, or lack thereof, with
Ladies Night. The event will take place
from 6 - 9 p.m. with vendors and
psychic Debi Blackey. Contact
Michele for appointments at 908-4618802.
At Johnny Mac House of Spirits,
208 Main St,, Asbury Park, Ladies
Night doubles as a speed-dating
event. On Feb. 12, make sure to head
down to Johnny Mac’s, where couples
are paired for three minutes. At the
end of the night, if there are any
matches, the couples will compete in
a Skeeball Thunderdome Battle for a
$50 gift card to any Asbury Park
restaurant. To get on the list of dates,
arrive at 9 p.m., all actual dates start
at 10 p.m.
Every Thursday from 7 p.m. to
close is Ladies Night at the Asbury
Ale House, 531 Cookman Ave., Asbury
Park. With $2 domestic drafts, $3
house wines by the glass, and $4 call
mixed drinks, it is the perfect set-up
without actually getting set-up.
Yvonne’s also supports Thursday
nights as Ladies Night, which also
happens to be steak night. Starting at
5 p.m. you can expect $5 house
wines, half-price margaritas and
sangria and steak -- a gesture that
may make it a little easier to believe
in love once again.
Get ready for Belmar’s
ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE
BY LARISSA FORESE
and pubs and is proud to be the
annual soloist at the Belmar-Lake
Como St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Investiture Mass.
Finan lived in Lake Como until age
11 and has lived in Wall Township
ever since. She attented St. Rose
Grammar School, Belmar Grammar
School, Wall Township High School
and The Stuart School of Business
Adminstration.
With family from the Emerald Isle,
she bears her Irish heritage proudly,
as a member of the Women of Irish
Heritage of the Jersey Shore and the
Parade Committee.
This year’s parade will also be held
in memory and celebration of two
former Grand Marshals: Jane
Magovern, 2004 Deputy Grand
Marshal, and Ed Neafsy, 2008 Grand
Marshal, who are both are deeply
missed.
NIGHT AND DAY
Time to warm up your bagpipes and
iron your kilts. The Belmar-Lake Como
St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be stepping
off sooner than you think.
FUNDRAISERS
Consider February a warm-up for the
parade, which will be held on March 6,
at 12:30 p.m. this year. Meanwhile
there are plenty of fundraisers
scheduled to support one of the most
famous parades in New Jersey.
On Feb. 14, take a break from all that
Valentine’s Day excitement and support
the Parade Committee at the Lobster
Shanty in Point Pleasant Beach, from 2
p.m. to 6 p.m. The party will continue
on the following Sunday, Feb. 21 at the
Boathouse, in Belmar — same hours.
A $15 donation at each event will
get you a hot and cold buffet along
with live entertainment. Parade T-shirts
will also be available at each fundraiser
for $20.
Don’t forget to mark your calendar
for an Evening of Irish Culture, which is
almost as important as the Parade.
On Feb. 27, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at
the Waterview Pavilion, in Belmar,
celebrate the 100th anniversary of the
1916 Easter Rising and the significant
impact it had on 20th century Ireland.
Tickets are available for purchase in
advance only, for $65 through Feb. 17.
The price includes cocktail hour, fourcourse dinner and open bar, all while
you enjoy music from The Snakes and a
performance by the Dancers from the
Patricia Murphy School of Irish Dance.
The committee will also unveil a
new honor this year: The Student of
Irish Culture Scholarship.
Two lucky students, who are
currently enrolled or participating in a
school or program for an Irish cultural
activity will receive a scholarship of
$500.
On March 5, St. Rose Church, 601
Seventh Ave., Belmar, will host the
Investiture Mass. Immediately
following, with a donation of $30,
Doolan’s Shore Club, Rt. 71, Spring Lake
Heights will host the Investiture
Luncheon.
GRAND MARSHALS
Bobby Byrne will be this year’s
Grand Marshal with Martha Ann
McDonough Finan by his side as the
Deputy Grand Marshal.
Byrne’s paternal grandparents
came from County Louth and County
Cork, Ireland. He is also the son of
Irish-American bandleader, Jimmy
Byrne, and Scottish immigrant,
Margaret McIver, who came to
America at the age of eight.
Growing up in Bayonne, he earned
a B.A. from Jersey City State College
and an M.F.A. from The Catholic
University of America. Byrne also
served in Vietnam, where he was
awarded the Bronze Star and the
Army Commendation Medal with “V”
Device for Valor.
The 2016 Grand Marshal and his
brother Jimmy Jr. are well-known
along the Jersey Shore as the Irish
song and feel-good musicians, the
Byrne’s Brothers.
Making Belmar his permanent
home in 1969, Bobby and wife
Patricia Neary have operated RBJ
Productions LLC, which helps
promote Bobby’s music career. He
still performs at New Jersey’s clubs
PARADE ACTIVITIES
NJ Transit has added extra trains
in and out of Belmar on parade day.
During the parade, St. Rose High
School will hold their Annual Alumni
Parade Party in their parking lot. This
prime location allows St. Rose Alumni
a great view of the parade and a
chance for alumni to catch up with
old friends and new while enjoying
food and beverages.
Area bars are always in on the
parade day fun, so plan ahead to get
to the most happening spots. For
example, PK’s Shamrock, in Lake
Como, will celebrate by opening at 9
a.m. and requiring no cover charge.
Bar-A, in Lake Como, will also be
holding their famous Annual St.
Patrick’s Day Parade Party, from 10
a.m. to 11 p.m. and will feature drink
and food specials.
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Searching for a Valentine’s Day gift? This
perfect combination of Forever Beach
Badge Money Clip and Cuff Links, are perfect for the one you love. These custom
made, one-of-a-kind accessories can be
specialized for any New Jersey beach. You
can find this precious pair at the Weston
Gallery, 79 Main St., in Manasquan, or on
their website westongalleries.com.
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This Tudor Pelagos 42mm Watch is perfect for Valentine’s Day.
The one-of-a-kind watch incorporates, titanium and satin steel,
case back in 316L steel with a screw down
winding crown, triple waterproof system up to 500 meters,
and scratch-resistant and anti-reflective crystal. The watch sits
on top of a steel bracelet, which also features a blue
rubber strap and titanium buckle. This amazing piece and many
other Valentine’s gifts can be found at Leonardo Jewelers, 35 E.
Front St., in Red Bank, or at leonardojewelers.com
You are guaranteed a “yes” with
this Halo Style Engagement Ring.
This one-of-a-kind ring incorporates 14k white gold and a 2k 45
Gemological Institute of America
diamond. Find this ring and more
at Earth Treasures, at 178 Route 35
South, Eatontown, or on their
website, shopearthtreasures.com.
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RING
Show your loved ones how much
you care with this one-of- a-kind,
New Jersey Home Bracelet, by
Luca + Danni. The bracelet is
handmade in the USA, and a portion of the proceeds support the
Childhood Leukemia Foundation
in Brick. You can find this bracelet
exclusively at Deena’s, 704 Arnold
Ave., Point Pleasant Beach, or on
the Deena’s Facebook page.
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Increase endurance
with intervals this winter season
BY ANGELA CIROALO
NIGHT AND DAY
ON THE RUN
With ANGELA
TYPES OF
INTERVAL TRAINING
CYCLING indoors can be done on a
stationary exercise bike or in a
cycling class offered at a gym.
SWIMMING is a very beneficial
cross training workout for runners
seeking to provide their body with a
rest from road impact. The wholebody workout is a cardiorespiratory
activity.
WATER RUNNING provides runners
the opportunity to run without creating any impact on their bodies.
Many elite athletes water runt o
rpevent injury and increase endurance.
INDOOR TRACK RUNNNING can include sprint workouts, which will
fully prepare you for the upcoming
spring races.
Winter has arrived, and although the weather outside
is cold your workouts do not necessarily need to be put
on hold.
In fact, depending on the type of indoor workout you
choose, you may even have the opportunity to save time,
increase your speed and endurance, and even lose
weight.
Trivial to what many believe indoor cardio workouts do
not equate to easier workouts.
There are many different options available when selecting an indoor activity including: cycling, swimming, water
running, circuit training, indoor running, and even plyometric drills.
Each of these activities can be completed through traditional steady-state bouts of exercise, or for improved
results they can be done through an interval style
method.
Interval training is a common form of training among
athletes and experienced exercisers and now gyms, fitness instructors and personal trainers are beginning to
take notice and incorporate interval training into traditional workouts and classes.
WHAT IS INTERVAL TRAINING?
The nationally recognized health and fitness
certification organization the American Council on
Exercise [ACE] defines interval training as a system of
organized cardiorespiratory training consisting of bouts
of short duration, high-intensity exercise intervals with
periods of lower intensity active recovery.
According to a 2014 American College of Sports
Medicine [ACSM] consumer information committee
report the benefits of interval training include; improved
aerobic and anaerobic fitness, decreased blood pressure
levels, improved overall cardiovascular health, improved
insulin sensitivity, improved cholesterol profiles, and
decreased abdominal fat.
Interval training is also well-known for the increased
caloric burn, decreased time spent exercising, ability to
improve metabolic disorders, as wells as the increased
athletic performance and speed that it creates.
If done correctly and consistently, interval training
has the ability to improve insulin sensitivity among
those with high blood sugar through allowing the body
to better utilize glucose in the body.
HOW TO CREATE AN INTERVAL TRAINING WORKOUT
There are several components to consider when selecting an interval training workout including type, time, intensity and frequency.
Begin by first selecting the type of interval workout
that you would like to complete [cycling, running, water
running, etc.].
Secondly, select the amount of time you would like to
spend completing the workout. The ACSM report
suggests completing an interval workout between 20 and
60 minutes in total – this includes recovery time and high
intensity time.
Next, choose the level of intensity, which can
measured by one of two ways; the level of perceived
exertion scale or by the maximum heart rate percentage.
You want to determine the level of intensity you want
to work out at in advance, creating a goal to work towards
without stopping or slowing down.
The scale measures the 1 to 10 level of perceived
exertion that the exerciser experienced. Level one signifies
the lowest level of exertion, such as a light walk. Level 10
signifies the highest level of exertion, such as an all-out
sprint.
Exercisers should aim to exercise at specific levels and
then quantify their exertion upon completion to ensure
they are putting forth the appropriate effort.
The maximum heart rate percentage can be chosen
once the resting heart rate and maximum heart rate levels
have been determined.
Through a series of tests, often provided by a personal
trainer, one can determine their maximum heart rate level.
The ACSM report suggests that when seeking to use
maximum heart rate the exerciser aim to achieve be less
than 80-percent of their maximum heart rate. The
recovery heart rate should range between 40- and 50-percent of the maximum heart rate.
When creating an interval training plan the final step is
to select the frequency of the interval workout.
The frequency can mean one of two things; the
amount of intervals per session or the amount of interval
workouts per week. All should be determined based on an
individual’s fitness level and goals.
If planning on completing more than one interval
session per week sessions should be carefully planned.
The ACSM report suggests completing no more than
two interval sessions per week, allowing at least 24 hours
of rest between sessions.
‘SUPER SECRET
TRAINING
LAB’
offers many paths to fitness
BY LARISSA FORESE
My job is to help you understand that
you can do this,” said Hueston.
All Star has excelled beyond the
There is a stigma that surrounds
boundaries of typical physical fitness
working out and being fit; but what the
facilities. And to set your mind at ease,
general public fails to realize is there is
there is not one treadmill on the
more to fitness than a treadmill and
premises.
some free weights.
Kathleen Wojdyla, who competes in
All Star Sports Academy, 1740 Route
Body Transformation contests, has
9, Toms River, is the perfect training
been working out at All Star for six
facility, not just for athletes, but for
months, and now brings her son to
anyone looking to improve their health
work out as well.
and fitness.
“I tried [working out] and stopped,
Trainers and co-owners Phil
no matter where I went. I’ve been to
Hueston and Brian Blue are two of the
places where if you’re not in shape
best-kept secrets in Ocean County.
people won’t look you in the eye. But
“One of our clients actually wrote
here, they encourage you, and I’m still
on our door ‘SSTL’ - - it stood for ‘Super
here because of it,” said Wojdyla.
Secret Training Lab’,” said Hueston.
“The joke was if you didn’t know where
CLIENTELE
we were, you couldn’t train with us.”
Hueston and Blue train all across
NIGHT AND DAY
FAMILY FEEL
All Star has since moved from the
designated ‘SSTL’ hot spot, yet
Hueston and Blue still provide a
comfortable and effective workout
environment, which doubles as a
haven to escape the ‘real world.’
“Coming here, you leave all your
problems at the door and just workout.
the spectrum: from people of all ages
looking to stay in shape, to local and
professional athletes who are
searching for a competitive edge, the
client list has no limitations.
“You’re training with some of the
best strength and conditioning guys in
the world,” said Corey Anderson, who
has a UFC registered fight in March.
“It’s a place to mold you as a person, it
builds character. They show you that
you don’t have to be an athlete to
workout.”
Todd Frazier, third baseman for the
Chicago White Sox, and former UFC
Lightweight Champion Frankie Edgar,
are also some of the professional
athletes that seek training from this
dynamic duo.
Despite the diversity of clientele,
everyone is treated equaly, with the
gym taking pride in the results of all
clients, not just the ones who have the
title of “profession athlete.” Which is
why All Star is one of the most
effective gyms at the Jersey Shore.
“We’ve created such a well-rounded
community, we all support each other,”
said Blue.
PROGRAMS
With the variety of people and
fitness levels that parade through the
doors at All Star, it comes as no
surprise that there are programs for
everyone.
FitKidz provides the perfect sports
exercise and fitness program to help
kids develop health habits at a young
age.
Athletic Transformation, for ages 14
and up, incorporates more than
traditional training by having speed,
agility, power and strength be the main
focus.
College Student Aid Memberships
provide students with familiar and
productive workouts, when home from
school.
Team Training provides excellent
training for levels from travel and clubs
to high school and middle school
teams.
Last, but not least, Adult Fitness
provides an array of workouts, beyond
ordinary gym classes provided by your
‘Global Gym, White Goodman’ inspired
palace.
Which, if you have seen the movie
“Dodgeball,” is enough to get you to All
Star today. And if that isn’t enough,
Hueston is offering 10-percent off to
new members when they mention this
article.
Whether you are looking to improve
your health or are seeking a gym that
will keep you motivated and
determined, All Star Sports Academy
will get you where you want to be and
beyond.
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‘We are
the man
and
you are
the man
as well’
BY LARISSA FORESE
NIGHT AND DAY
“You’re the man!” is a phrase that
friends often use in place of “thanks!’
But to Collective Man, it is the phrase
that started it all.
“We were all just hanging out, and
we were going back and forth calling
each other “the man.” Then one of our
friends stopped us and said, ‘No, we’re
Collective Man.’ And that’s how we
came about,” said Stephen Prybolsky,
guitar and vocals.
The process was all very
nonchalant, Prybolsky said, and very
appropriate to what Collective Man is.
CREATING THE MAN
Sean Reo, Pat Vaughn and
Prybolsky grew up in Brick together,
but ventured up North for college.
That is where Reo and Vaughn met
Dan DeGroot, at Montclair State
University, and Collective Man was
complete.
“We grew up with each other, and
then one of our guitarists left. But
then Sean and Pat met Dan, and we’ve
been playing ever since,” said
Prybolsky.
Being apart of Collective Man,
extends to everyone not just the band.
Their tagline “We are the man, and
you are the man as well,” gives the
essence of what this band is really
about.
Aiming to bring not just people, but
humanity together, their songs make
you think and feel.
“When we create
a song, we’re
trying to grab
you and be
in touch with
each emotion.”
Classifying themselves as ‘a rock
band not trying to be a rock band,’
seems a bit out there, but listening to
their music puts their mission into
perspective. Each song is unique and
inspiring in its own way.
“We don’t like to put a limitation on
what [genre] we are, we just want to
create good music,” said Prybolsky.
VENUES
Collective Man graces many stages
across the state, from Seaside Heights
to Garwood to Montclair.
They’ve played shows such as the
Friday Night Limelight Concert Series,
on the Seaside Heights Boardwalk,
and most recently the Rock to the Top
Competition at the Stone Pony in
Asbury Park, where they have
performed three times.
Playing before 80 people or more
at each Stone Pony appearance,
Collective Man is not only being heard
but cultivating a taste for their
unorthodox sound.
FEELING THE MUSIC
Collective Man strives for much
more than just creating music. They
want their audience to be engaged
with more than just the beat. Original
music is big with these four. Writing
all their own material, they want you
to feel the lyrics along with the tone of
the song.
This comes as no surprise,
considering their influences include
the Beatles, Tool, Primus and Phish —
all bands that made their mark by mixing different sounds and genres in
their bodies of work.
“When we create a song, we’re
trying to grab you and be in touch
with each emotion,” said Prybolsky.
You can experience the Collective
Man sound on Friday, Feb. 19 at The
Saint in Asbury or by visiting their
soundcloud page, where they will be
adding more of their original music.
Band
PROFILE
COLLECTIVE MAN
MEMBERS
Stephen Prybolsky Guitar,
Vocals
Sean Reo Bass, Vocals
Dan DeGroot Guitar
Pat Vaughn Drums
ABOUT
Phish, Tool, Primus
SOCIAL MEDIA
Facebook: Collective Man
soundcloud.com/collective_man
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UPCOMING SHOWS
Feb. 12: Tierney’s, 136-138 Valley
Rd., Montclair, 9 p.m.
Feb. 19: The Saint, 601 Main St,
Asbury Park, 8:20 p.m.
ENJOY SOME ‘SOULTIME!’
WITH SOUTHSIDE JOHNNY
BY LARISSA FORESE
NIGHT AND DAY
Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes are back
in town on Feb. 26 and 27 at the Stone Pony in
Asbury Park.
Help welcome back the homegrown talent with
a weekend full of great music and great people.
Southside Johnny’s personal playlist starts the
party off early, with doors opening at 7 p.m., and
the show will start only an hour after.
The Jukes have definitely come a long way and
have not only created a name for themselves at
home but around the world. Gaining more traction
every tour, there is no better way to enjoy their
iconic sound than the place they used to call home.
Not only were Johnny and some of his
bandmates raised at the Shore, but they grew up at
the Stone Pony, being the house band for a number
of years. From playing three nights a week to
headlining shows at this iconic bar, this
homecoming will be nothing short of an amazing
time.
“We’re excited to have Johnny home,” said
Stone Pony DJ Lee Mrowicki, who started alongside
the Jukes from the beginning.
Focusing on their new album, “Soultime” (2015),
this show will not only provide the crowd with their
new songs, but will showcase the ones that made
them famous.
The new album does lean more toward the older
stylings of The Jukes, but they are still pumping out
great new material that will excite the crowd.
“Johnny is reverting back to the old ways with his
music and the dance party. When he first started
playing The Pony, he would make everyone get on the
dance floor,” said Mrowicki.
Adding that the show will be “like the good ol’
days,” Mrowicki is excited to have them showcase
the new album. “I’m Not That Lonely,” was the first
track off the album that popped into Mrowicki’s mind.
“It’s a great song, and I know it will bring back
some memories of Johnny’s old tunes. It’s just one of
those songs that will get the crowd going,” added
Mrowicki.
Backed by a solid fan base here at home, the show
is destined to be packed with not only people, but
exciting and welcoming energy. The Jukes have also
attracted some new fans, not just from this album but
the diversity of their music.
“Johnny has been bringing in a lot of new fans,
because he just has a variety of tunes,” said Mrowicki.
Many people are excited to welcome Johnny and
the Jukes back home; since the last homecoming was
to the Stone Pony’s Summer Stage in July, when,
according to Mrowicki, over 3,000 people were in
attendance.
The Soultime Dance Party, will take place inside,
but that does not mean people should be standing
around. Southside Johnny is known to get the crowd
going, and will certainly have this homecoming be no
different.
Tickets for this epic homecoming are now
available at the Stone Pony Box Office and online at
stoneponyonline.com and Ticketmaster. You can
purchase in advance for $45, or at the door for $50;
two-day passes are also available for $75.
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Looking for a lunchtime favorite or
maybe a delicious dinner? Shore Fresh
Seafood Market and Restaurant, with
two locations in Point Pleasant and
Point Pleasant Beach, can support
either meal. This Buffalo Clam Wrap is
filled with fried clams, buffalo sauce,
blue cheese, lettuce and tomato — a
combo designed to make any mouth
water. All wraps also come with a side
of fries and coleslaw.
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The Don Gregorio
Pie, from Tommy’s
Coal Fired Pizza, in
Brick, will have you
rethinking your
favorite toppings.
Tommy’s improves an
already delicious
pizza with sausage,
pepperoni, meatballs,
San Marzano tomatoes fresh basil, fresh
mozzarella and extra
virgin olive oil.
TOP
PIZZA
Maintain your good health in 2016 with this
Spinach Salad from Fins in Sea Girt. This
salad combines baby spinach, sun dried
cranberries, walnuts, sweet Maui onions,
grilled portabella mushrooms and feta
cheese, and of course your choice of dressing. Only Fins can create amazing tropicali
cuisine with healthy alternatives, and with
two other locations in Bradley Beach and
Brick, there is enough to go around.
Simko’s Grill, in Brielle, perfects the sandwich with
their French Dip. Thinly
sliced warm roast beef on a
hoagie roll served with au
jus, will make lunch your
new favorite meal. With a
side a french fries, that
taste almost as good as the
sandwich itself, this pair is a
go-to for lunch.
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Yumi
Sushi down by the seashore
BY LARISSA FORESE
NIGHT AND DAY
Living a stone’s throw away from
the ocean, pretty much sets the
standard for seafood and sushi at the
Jersey Shore.
Not being an expert on either, I
asked my neighbor to join me for lunch
at Yumi, 1120 Ocean Ave., in Sea
Bright.
Asking her to tag along was a nobrainer — I could experience
something for the non-seafood lovers
while having the perspective of an avid
sushi enthusiast.
As we entered the restaurant, we
were greeted with smiles, not to
mention a warm towel to cleanse our
hands before we even ordered.
The service was outstanding, we
were never neglected, which
sometimes can be the case at
restaurants during the lunch hour.
The decor gave the feel we were
about to enjoy an authentic Asian meal
while being just a short distance from
the Atlantic Ocean.
“
”
All of the
selections in the
Bento Box seemed
to compliment
each other
perfectly and made
for a great lunch.
The neo-Asian cuisine and sushi
restaurant offers both small and large
plates, sushi, lunch Bento Boxes and
is also BYOB.
My neighbor decided to go with
the Yumi Signature Roll, Ocean
Avenue [$16], which was fitting for
our location. The shrimp tempura,
spicy tuna and avocado roll was
wrapped in soy paper with spicy
kabayaki sauce, which seemed to
impress my neighbor almost as much
as the plate it came on.
The presentation that
accompanied the sushi rolls, was art
in itself — a sauce design with the
look of a canvas instead of a sushi
dish.
Without saying a word, I could tell
she enjoyed the sushi to the fullest,
rating it in contest with some of the
greatest sushi she has yet to eat.
Yumi does sell more of the
traditional sushi that some may be
too timid to venture to.
The Yumi Sushi Rolls [$15], include
eel, mango, fluke tempura and spicy
kabayaki glaze. For those who enjoy a
good sushi roll, this is high in the
rankings for their perfect match.
Yumi also has sushi options with
the likes of octopus, if you are feeling
a little less adventurous than the eel.
Although some of these traditional
dishes dominate the menu, there are
also options for beginners or some of
the milder sushi lovers.
The California Roll [$10] and the
Spicy Tuna Roll [$11] grace the menu,
along with the Volcano [$13]
comprised of crabstick, cucumber,
avocado, spicy tuna and a spicy aioli
sauce.
The menu extends to more than
just sushi, with a variety of salads,
catch-of-the-day dishes and my
personal favorite, chicken.
Ordering chicken at a restaurant
that specializes in seafood may seem
odd, but it proved Yumi is perfect for
all types of foodies.
I chose the Soy-Marinated Chicken
Bento Box [$10] from the lunch menu.
The presentation was not as intricate
as the sushi dish, but was an ode to
the neo-Asian cuisine of the restaurant
that really added to the meal and to
our experience.
The ginger-scallion pesto seasoned
chicken, was served with
a pork gyoza, the
Japanese version of a
dumpling, warm-tossed
noodles with soy and a
house green salad. This
was a lot more than I
expected, especially from
an ocean-focused
restaurant.
All of the selections in
the Bento Box seemed to
compliment each other perfectly and
made for a great lunch.
The best thing about the Bento Box
is it caters to all types of food lovers. If
chicken is not your style, there is a
Grilled Beef Teriyaki option [$14] that
also comes with a green bean salad.
If you are trying to stick with the
ocean theme, choices include Sushi,
Sashimi, Pan-Seared Scallop, PanSeared Salmon and Miso Black Cod,
ranging from $12 to $14. All of these
delicious meals come with the Bento
Box amenities and some come with
special add-ons as well.
Either way, both lunch and dinner
menus can satisfy the most
discriminating palate among those
that dine at this Shore restaurant.
Restaurant
PROFILE
YUMI
1120 Ocean Ave.
Sea Bright
(732) 212-0881
yumirestaurant.com
Authentic Italian food, and family, define
FIORE ROSSO
BY LARISSA FORESE
thinly cut prosciutto all drizzled in aged
“We see a lot of familiar faces,” said
Balsamic glaze.
Zarillo.
The Silverton Artichoke and Crab
This hospitality has not only brought
Fiore Rosso owners Danielle Zarillo
Oregonata pairs artichoke heart and
success, but a regular crowd that is
and Michelle Smith are teaching the
jumbo crab oregonata topped with a
devoted to the traditional Sunday
Jersey Shore what being Italian is all
lemon butter sauce.
dinners with the Fiore Rosso family.
about. Their restaurant has been located
The dish that seems to be the crowd
“I’d say about 90-percent of our
in the Rand’s Silverton Plaza, next to
favorite is the Sausage and Peppers
customers are regulars, and 10-percent
Flowers by Michelle, for 13 years and has
Bruschetta, which is
are new faces,
provided authentic Italian dishes just like
presented on thick
who heard about
Grandma and Grandpa Uzzolino used to
slices of Italian
us from our
make.
bread that could
regulars,” added
And the two sisters are sticking to
easily make a
Smith.
their roots by creating amazing dishes
sandwich for two.
Many of the
served in an atmosphere that feels
menu items are
comfortably familiar.
1825 Hooper Avenue
SPECIALTIES
named after, or
“We
don’t love
Toms
River
related to, friends,
HOME AWAY FROM HOME
food,
we
appreciate
(732)
255-3323
Fiore Rosso not only serves some of family and even
it,”
said
Smith,
fiorerossoitalianrestaurant.com
the best Italian cuisine, but cultivates a regular
which explains the
customers.
traditional Italian-American atmosphere.
depth of the menu.
Everyone who walks through the door is Which is an ode to those who have been
The
House
Specialty
section lists
there from the beginning of the Fiore
treated like a member of the large
every
type
of
Italian
dish
diners could
Italian family Zarillo and Smith descend Rosso journey.
be
longing
for.
The
Chicken
Papa is
Replicating the atmosphere of home
from.
centered
with
breaded
chicken,
topped
in a restaurant is no easy task, but Zarillo
Both sisters learned to appreciate
with broccoli rabe, sausage and asiago
and
Smith
have
done
that
with
ease.
not only family and friends, but the food
cheese over angel hair pasta in garlic
that brings everyone together. Which is
butter sauce. A dish this complex could
APPETIZERS
why the conversation is easy and
Zarillo, the master behind the magic, be overwhelming, but each flavor
constant.
works together perfectly.
ties many Italian favorites into each
Smith leads the wait staff with a
The Filet Mignon Francine is
dish. The Fresh Mozzarella, Roasted
mom-like demeanor, guiding each and
composed of grilled filet mignon served
Reds and Prosciutto combines fresh
every customer through the lengthy and
over crostini topped with a cabernet
mozzarella, roasted red peppers and
plentiful menu.
NIGHT AND DAY
Dinner
SPOT
FIORE ROSSO
demiglaze and mushroom cream
sauce, accompanied by a chef potato.
One of the more sentimental dishes
on the menu goes past ingredients and
trails into back story.
The Scallops Benny is a special way
Zarillo and Smith honor a regular
customer’s service dog who passed
away, but was elemental to what Fiore
Rosso represents. This special dish
takes pan seared day boat scallops
served over a bed of angel hair and
spinach finished in a garlic butter sauce.
ENTREES
If you are blessed enough to get
through the Specialty options, the Penne
Bella Livia, penne pasta tossed with
sausage and broccoli rabe in a garlic
butter broth with grated Pecorino
Romano, is one of the best choices.
Zarillo does wonders with broccoli rabe.
Or, for seafood lovers, the Seafood Fra
Diavlo combines the best of the sea;
shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels and
calamari over linguine in a spicy marinara.
Having Smith on the front end and
Zarillo in the kitchen, these two sisters
are the perfect pair and deliver a
meaningful experience. No matter what
entree you chose, your appetite and
desire to be treated like family will be
satisfied at Fiore Rosso.
Capsized Cafe
COOKS UP A GREAT BREAKFAST
BY LARISSA FORESE
NIGHT AND DAY
One should never cut corners when it comes to
breakfast, considering it is the most important meal of
the day. Capsized Cafe, in Spring Lake Heights, knows
how to serve up the best breakfast in the best way.
And if you who desire some spice, you are not
forgotten here. The Mexicali ($8) has chorizo,
jalapenos, salsa and pepper jack cheese, which may
create a tear or two.
SANDWICHES/BURRITOS
Capsized Cafe also offers all the traditional
breakfast sandwiches ($5.50) but one glance at the
PLATTERS/OMELETTES
menu may lure you from sandwiches to burritos.
At Capsized Cafe, Moby Dick is more than literature.
The Breakfast Burrito ($6) combines everything you
The dreaded monster has been transformed into one
could ever want in a breakfast. Wrapped in a warm
of the greatest breakfast options around. This anytortilla is diced pork roll, scrambled eggs, potatoes and
style, three-egg platter, give you your choice in toast
your favorite cheese, with a side of Chipotle ketchup,
and meat, accompanied by home fries and two
for a twist all breakfast lovers should consider.
pancakes ($8). Hopefully, you have better luck tackling
Capsized also offers some satisfying “healthy”
this beast than Captain Ahab.
choices without skimping on creativity or variety.
Unfortunately not all are that brave, if you want to
The Siren ($6.50) offers turkey sausage or turkey
jump ship, no one can blame you. Going with the
bacon with spinach, egg whites and swiss in a whole
favored Jersey breakfast, may seem like the easy way
wheat wrap.
out, but it is certainly a delicious one.
Vegetarians can choose the Veggie Breakfast
The Eastern Omelette ($8) has pork roll, tomatoes
Burrito ($7). The no-meat combo is packed with
and American cheese in every bite. The perfect
combination of breakfast sandwich and omelette may
relieve you of ever having to designate a favorite again.
But if you want to move further on into new
territory, the Columbus ($8) with roasted red peppers,
tomatoes and mozzarella cheese may be the best bet
for you.
The Popeye ($8), helps you gain the strength to
111 Rte 71, Spring Lake Heights
tackle the rest of your day the old fashion way, with
(732) 449-8118
spinach, turkey sausage and feta cheese.
Breakfast
SPOT
CAPSIZED CAFE
mushrooms, onions, peppers, tomatoes, potatoes,
eggs and American cheese. Kept together with a
grilled tortilla, this veggie lover burrito also comes with
a side of chipotle ketchup.
PANCAKES/FRENCH TOAST
If hot cakes and french toast are more your style,
Capsized has that covered as well.
The special dubbed “Saddlebags,” consists of two
buttermilk pancakes with crispy chunks of pork roll
cooked right into them.
For a more desert-like experience, try the Peanut
Butter Cup Pancakes ($7). Layered with warm peanut
butter and milk chocolate, this dish will satisfy any
sweet tooth.
Of course, some may prefer to get their peanut
butter fix by choosing the Fluffernutter Pancakes ($5)
with peanut butter and marshmallows.
Capsized Cafe’s Cinnamon-Stuffed French Toast
($6) is something everyone should try at least once.
This perfect combination will have your mouth
watering.
The best part about Capsized Cafe is the way their
specials match the seasons.
So keep your mornings open and your stomachs
empty and be on the lookout for such creations as
Pecan Pie-Stuffed French Toast and Gingerbread
Pancakes.
Whatever Capsized Cafe comes out with next is
sure to be innovative and delicious.
Cardinal
Provisions
Lunch like you’ve never had it before
BY LARISSA FORESE
NIGHT AND DAY
Cardinal Provisions is looking to create a name as
“the” lunch spot of Asbury. Owners Grace Crossman
and Laura Brahn are taking this Monmouth County
town by storm.
Lunch
SPOT
CARDINAL PROVISIONS
The vegetarian option, Wolfgang, [$11], piles
roasted carrots, tahini, coriander, vinegared beets,
herbs and sprouts on a baguette. Even the Grilled
Cheese [$8] is above the competition, with
provolone, fontina, whole grain mustard on
sourdough grilled with aioli. Wild mushrooms or
french ham can be added for an extra $2.
VEGETABLES AND SALADS
As you work your way through the menu, choices
only get better. The Chicken Salad [$12], combines
poached organic chicken, olive oil, toasted pignoli
nuts, tarragon, celery, currants and market greens to
create one of the most delicious chicken salads in
the area.
This section of the menu seems to be more
vegan-based, featuring Root Salad [$8], market
greens, shaved root vegetables, pecorino, oil-cured
olives, eight-minute egg. You can add organic
chicken if you do not identify as vegan. The same
option is available for the Kale Salad [$10], a mix of
Lacinato kale, vinegared beets, vadouvan spiced
nuts and seeds and avocado.
BREAKFAST AND BRUNCH
Find yourself wanting breakfast for lunch?
Cardinal serves breakfast options all day, which
513 Bangs Avenue, Asbury Park
means you can experience the Breakfast Burrito
OPENING WEEKEND
(732) 898-7194 • CRDNAL.com
[$12] that wraps scrambled eggs, black beans,
Which is fitting, considering Cardinal’s opening
avocado, pickled jalapeno and cheddar. Home fries
weekend was in the middle of a blizzard. Crossman
or sausage [$2] are served as an addition.
Lunch
is
served
from
11
a.m.
to
3
p.m.
and
is
and Brahn, along with their staff, were ecstatic and
The menu even has a famous breakfast favorite,
available
for
carry-out,
making
it
the
ideal
lunch
could not wait another day.
Chicken
and Waffles [$15], with fried organic
destination. Being vegan friendly is an added bonus.
“We were just so excited to open, It was just me
chicken, pearl sugar waffle, maple poblano relish,
and Grace [in the kitchen] and a limited menu, but we
herbed yogurt, served with Texas Pete hot sauce.
SOUP AND SANDWICHES
just couldn’t wait,” said Brahn.
There is also the choice of substituting chicken with
The
Parsley
and
Potato
Soup
and
Laura’s
Award
Even though many would deem the two insane,
fried hen of the woods mushroom.
their plan seemed to work. Locals trekked through the Winning Chili top the lunch menu, and have every
The brunch menu is similar to the regular menu,
right to. The soup menu may be small, but just those
storm for the opening weekend, and the restaurant
but with a few different items such as the Chicory
two options alone will have you coming back for
has not been quiet since.
Salad [$10] with bacon lardons, radish, parsley, red
more.
“A lot of people were thanking us, that we were
onion, shallot vinaigrette and an eight-minute egg.
Choosing from the sandwich menu is a
open, but honestly it was a lot of fun sharing this expeThe Cardinal Provisions Kids Menu, has all of your
challenge — all the choices are enticing and are
rience with our customers,” said Crossman.
favorites given a twist by Crossman and Brahn. The
paired with a side of fries and seasoned vegetables. beverage menu lists coffee and tea, along with
Cardinal closes its doors at 3 p.m., but the work
The Pan Bagnat [$14] is created with
does not stop there. Cardinal Provisions also offers
green juice [$6], a mixture of greens, grapefruit,
combinations of mouth-watering ingredients. This
catering for a variety of events, along with pop-up
celery and parsley.
Italian tuna sandwich is topped with piquillo
dinners, both inside and outside their restaurant. The
Dining at Cardinal is an opportunity to experience
food is constructed with precision and taste, and will
peppers, basil, parsley, olives, capers, lemon, shallot a variety of foods in a way you may never have
satisfy even the pickiest of eaters.
all on a garlic-rubbed baguette.
before.
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This Issue’s Expert
MEREDITH LEWIS
SPIRIT OF ‘76 WINES
AND LIQUORS
119 TAYLOR AVENUE
MANASQUAN
732-223-3180
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Bouquet of Brews:
CRAFT BEERS FOR THE SPRING
NIGHT AND DAY
Is it Spring yet? The weather may
not be on board, but in the beer world
Spring has sprung!
With a new Spring seasonal coming
out every week there are plenty of
options for drinking away your winter
blues. Weeding through the weisse
beers, fruit beers, Blonde ale’s, IPAs and
Irish style ales and stouts that will be
running rampant for the next few
months is a challenge.
As the Craft Beer Specialist for Spirit
of ’76 Wines & Liquors, in Manasquan, I
have the opportunity to sample and
review many of these different styles of
beer and am here to make things a
little brighter with a selection of my
favorite seasonal brews!
WHERE THE HELLES SUMMER?
The aptly named Where the Helles
Summer? German style lager from
Southern Tier Brewing Company is the
perfect way to start off the chilly
beginning of the spring season.
This medium bodied lager has the
crisp refreshing flavors, an ABV of 4.6%
and a straw gold color one would
expect from a well-made, quality lager.
Warm malty notes, a subtle breadiness
and with just the right amount of noble
hops, this beer is brewed in the winter
but made for the Spring!
STEVENS POINT BREWERY
APRICADABRA
Onward we venture into fruit beers,
Stevens Point Brewery Apricadabra, to
be precise. Apricot is becoming more
prominent in beers for spring and this
is one of my favorite examples.
Clocking in at 5% ABV, this ale
drinks smooth and well balanced and
ends with a crisp, tart flavorful apricot
finish. Made with El Dorado Hops,
white wheat and fresh apricot juice,
this tasty ale definitely lives up to its
name and will disappear like a
perfectly crafted magic trick!
SCHLAFLY IRISH-STYLE
EXTRA STOUT
Finally, let’s go to the dark side of
things in the form of Schlafly IrishStyle Extra Stout. This full bodied black
stout sticks to the traditionally drier
style of stouts found in Ireland.
Roasted barley and Dark Crystal
malted barley give the subtle
sweetness of chocolate, molasses and
dried fruit and East Kent Goldings hops
even things out with a slight
hoppyness. Clocking in at 8% ABV and
45 IBU’s, this stout knocks the last
lingering chills of winter right out and
makes way for the prospect of warmer
weather to come.
Are you an expert on craft beer? Share
your insights with us a guest columnist
in a future issue of Night & Day Magazine. Email [email protected] for
consideration.
trivia
talk
with BACARDI ARDI
NIGHT AND DAY
This week marks the anniversary of
the “Day the Music Died.” On Feb. 3,
1959 at just 22 years of age rock & roll
star Buddy Holly along with DJ/singer, J.
P. Richardson (the Big Bopper), and
fellow rock star Richie Valens, chartered
a plane that crashed just after takeoff at
1 a.m. in Clear Lake, Iowa, killing all on
board.
Let’s understand that these
performers at this time in history where
huge to the teenage public. In
retrospect, it would like waking up
tomorrow morning to find Justin
Timberlake and Bruno Mars died in a
plane crash last night!
PLANE CHARTER WAS TO
GAIN TIME AND SLEEP
On Jan. 23, 1959, Holly started the
mid-west leg of his Winter Tour. The
travel was plagued with snow storms
and minus degree temperatures
throughout the tour which included, The
Crickets, Dion & the Belmonts, The Big
Bopper and Richie Valens, all popular
stars at the time with top ten hits.
The tour buses were not equipped for
the weather and twice broke down. To
gain time to sleep and launder clothing,
Holly chartered a fight out of Iowa. A 21year-old pilot named Roger Peterson
took on the task of getting Holly and his
band mates out of town and onto the
next concert town in Minn. Days ahead
of schedule at $36.00 a man
Holly’s guitar player lost a coin toss to
Richie Valens and gave up his seat. The
Crickets bass player at the time was
soon to be country legend Waylon
Jennings who gave up his seat on that
ill-fated flight to The Big Bopper who
was suffering from influenza.
On leaving, Holly was quoted as
saying to Jennings, “I hope your bus
breaks down.” Jennings replied with, “I
hope your plane crashes!”A statement
he regretted the rest of his life.
Peterson, the young pilot was not
certified to fly by instruments. The small
single engine craft took off into the
darkness in inclement weather. The
plane believed to be overloaded and
wing icing possibly being a factor,
crashed into a cornfield.
The news of the crash was broadcast
on local radio and TV news stations
throughout the country the afternoon of
Feb. 3. Holly’s young, expecting wife
heard of the tragedy on a radio news
break, went into shock and two days
later she had a miscarriage due to
trauma. It is this event that created a law
to postpone all breaking news stories
involving the names of the dead until the
next of kin are notified first.
Holy was buried on Feb. 7, 1959. His
band mates were not released from
finishing their tour to attend the funeral
although promoters promised them free
travel arrangements to the ceremony.
decided to call their band the Beatles
after the Crickets.
Two nights before Holly's death, a
BUDDY HOLLY HAD BEEN MAKING HIS- 17-year-old Bob Dylan attended the
January 31, 1959 winter show. He was
TORY LONG BEFORE HIS DEATH
3 feet away and saw Buddy look right
Buddy Holly is credited for being the
at him. He was hooked.
first rock star to be seen playing,
Don McLean's popular 1971 classic
photographed and filmed with an
hit
“American Pie” was written about
electric guitar. His guitar of choice was
Holly's death and the day of the plane
the Fender Stratocaster to which he
crash. The song's lyric, considered the
owned 5 and purchased his first one in
event, “The Day the Music Died.”
1954 for $250.00
Holly is considered by many music
ROCK ‘N ROLL IS REJUVENATED
historians as “The single most influential
On
the fifth anniversary of “The Day
creative force in early rock and roll” and
Music
Died,” rock and roll was
Rolling Stone Magazine ranks him at
rejuvenated
with life again. It was on
number 13 on its all time 100 Greatest
this
date
Feb.
7, 1964 (the day Holly
Artists list.
was buried) that the Beatles arrived in
He was among the first artist to
NYC city to a cheering crowd of 10,000
write, perform and produce his own
screaming fans.
records.
Holly is noted as the first artist to do
INTERACTIVE TRIVIA
over dubbing, double tracking and the
There are many rumors about what
use of orchestration. He is also credited
really caused Buddy Holly’s plane to go
for the developing the essential rock
down that fateful day. Visit Night & Day
quartet set up, consisting of a drummer, Magazine’s Facebook page and share
bass player and two guitarist, rhythm
what you’ve heard with us.
and lead.
Art Wolfarth, AKA Bacardi Ardi is a nightHolly was among the first 10 Rock
club entertainer and consultant along the
and Roll Hall of Fame inductees 1986
Jersey coast. He is noted for his theatrics,
along with Elvis and Chuck Berry.
stage effects and trivia shows that he has
Holly influenced many of our classic
been hosting since 1998. His company
rock stars. John Lennon & Paul
Wiseguy Promotions, LLC, hosts 25 weekly
McCartney saw a live televised
trivia shows & games throughout Central
performance of The Crickets and
Jersey under the title Brain Game Trivia.
Bars&Clubs
BACK TO THE BEACH
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BARTENDER PROFILE
49
CANDIDS
51
ASBURY PARK HOMECOMING
Join Martell’s Tiki Bar,
Point Pleasant Beach,
for their Back to the
Beach 2016 VIP Platinum Card Party.
When you purchase a
$500 Platinum Card,
you receive an extra
$125 added to your
card. The party includes a free buffet
and music by Daddypop and DJ Menson.
Doors open at 8 p.m.
THIRSTY THURSDAYS
Celebrate the near end to the work week at Escondido in
Freehold. Every Thursday is Thirsty Thursday with $2 house
Margaritas. Paired with amazing Mexican food and Tequila bar,
Escondido is the best place to relax, unwind and enjoy great
food and company.
Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes are
back! On Feb. 26 and 27 join the band at the
Stone Pony in Asbury for a homecoming of
sorts. Make sure to get there early to party
to Southside Johnny’s personal playlist,
doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets in advance are
$45 and at the door are $50, two-day packages are also available for $75. You can purchase tickets on Ticketmaster, at The Stone
Pony and on stoneponyonline.com.
TOP
PICKS
GREAT FOOD AND AN EVEN BETTER CAUSE
The 11th Annual Phil Citta Memorial
Fundraiser will be held on Wednesday, Feb.
17, at The Office Restaurant and Lounge, in
Toms River. The fundraiser is held in memory of the popular late owner Phil Citta. Proceeds from the night will benefit cancer
research at Community Medical Center.
There will be food and drink specials all day,
along with raffle prizes, giveaways and a
gift auction.
‘Not your
father’s’
drinks?
Brickhouse has them
Bartender
PROFILE
Dawn Samms
Drink of the moment
Not your Father’s Mind Eraser
— Not Your Father’s brand
Root Beer, vanilla vodka,
Sprite, served with a straw.
Why she loves Brickhouse
“We’re basically family.”
See her in action
Jack & Mike’s Brickhouse
Bar & Grille
979 Cedarbridge Avenue,
Brick
732-279-3743
brickhousebarandgrille.com
BY KAITLYN KANZLER
NIGHT AND DAY
The clientele at Jack and Mike’s Brickhouse Bar & Grille Restaurant is an
eclectic one. There is a mix of fresh faced 21-year-olds and long-time regulars.
And Brickhouse bartender Dawn Samms knows them all.
Brickhouse is like Cheers where “everyone knows your name,” she said. “All
of our customers have nicknames and they all have nicknames for us.”
That comraderie is what keeps her at Brickhouse, she said.
“We’re basically family,” Samms said. “We all know each other’s names, our
drinks, where they sit. They all have their own spots [at the bar]. It’s definitely
family.”
Samms said some of her customers have become her closest friends.
Like many people, bartending was thrust upon Samms.
“I had a full-time job but I had my daughter,” Samms said. “And I had to quit
because we had so much going on that I couldn’t work full-time anymore.”
“ ”
We all know each other’s names, our
drinks, where they sit. They all have
their own spots [at the bar].
It’s definitely family.
Samms said one of her friend’s parents owned Tiffany’s in Toms River and
asked her to be a server, but the manager told her he wanted her behind the bar
and the rest is history.
“I didn’t know anything about drinks at all so it was very interesting when I
started,” Sams said. “I didn’t even know what a screwdriver was.”
Despite stumbling into bartending, Samms said she loves it.
“You come to work and it’s basically fun,” Samms said. “You’re basically
hanging out with your friends plus making money and working. It’s just a fun
atmosphere to be at and I love socializing and talking to people.”
It also is easy to spend time with her family as her job is very flexible.
The regulars at Brickhouse are more than part of the scenery. They are also
the inspiration for the plethora of drinks served at the bar.
According to Samms, many of the customers are the ones who suggest new
drinks and and encourage the bartenders to try something new. One of these is
the Summer Bomb, which is exclusive to Brickhouse. One of the more recent
additions to the bar’s repertoire is Not Your Father’s Mind Eraser.
DRINK OF THE MOMENT
With the increasing popularity of Not Your Father’s Root Beer, a root beer
flavored beer, Brickhouse has figured out how to infuse it into their menu in a
unique way with Not Your Father’s Mind Eraser.
Samms said they came up with the idea for the drink after the bar got the
beer in and now that the company has released Not Your Father’s Ginger Ale,
she wanted to experiment with that as well.
Samms layers Not Your Father’s Root Beer, vanilla vodka and Sprite in a small
glass with ice and tops it off with a straw. The drinker is supposed to finish the
concotion all in one sip by drinking it quickly through the straw.
The small, but delicious drink packs a powerful and tasy punch, just like the
original Mind Eraser.
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2016
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